Northern EPR at 10.7°N
Fissure vent(s) · -2,900m · Undersea Features
About Northern EPR at 10.7°N
Northern EPR at 10.7°N is a fissure vent(s) rising to -2,900 meters (-9,515 feet) in Undersea Features's Eastern Pacific Volcanic Regions. It has been active in recent decades, with its last eruption in 2003 CE. The volcano has produced 1 recorded eruption.
Geography & Climate
Northern EPR at 10.7°N is located in Undersea Features, within the Northern East Pacific Rise Volcanic Province of the broader Eastern Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 10.73° N, 103.58° W in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. With an elevation of -2,900 meters — below sea level — Northern EPR at 10.7°N is a submarine or submerged volcanic feature. Submarine volcanoes make up the majority of Earth's volcanic activity, though most eruptions go unobserved beneath the ocean surface. The volcanic landform is characterized as a cluster, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
Geological Context
Northern EPR at 10.7°N is an intraplate volcano, meaning it formed away from any plate boundary. These volcanoes are often powered by hotspots — plumes of abnormally hot mantle material rising from deep within the Earth. Hotspot volcanoes like Northern EPR at 10.7°N tend to produce effusive eruptions with lava flows that can be relatively predictable, giving nearby communities in Undersea Features more time to prepare. However, they can also produce explosive phases, particularly when magma interacts with groundwater. The dominant rock type is basalt / picro-basalt, a dark, fine-grained volcanic rock that forms from rapidly cooling, low-viscosity lava. Basaltic eruptions tend to be less explosive and produce fluid lava flows that can travel long distances. While less immediately dangerous than explosive eruptions, basaltic lava flows can destroy structures and infrastructure in their path, and volcanic gases released during these eruptions can affect air quality over a wide area.
Eruption History Summary
Northern EPR at 10.7°N has 1 recorded eruption in the geological database, spanning from 2003 CE to 2003 CE. With eruptive activity as recently as 2003 CE, Northern EPR at 10.7°N remains an actively monitored volcano.
GVP Reference Summary
Divers in the submersible Alvin discovered an extremely fresh lava flow in an unexpected location at 10°44'N on the East Pacific Rise during an expedition in November 2003. The young flow was covered by bacterial mats, had large amounts of bacterial floc ("snow-blowers") issuing from diffuse vents, and was sparsely populated by small animals. Uranium-series dating indicated that the eruption had taken place within a time window only a few months to weeks prior to the observations. This segment of the East Pacific Rise, located just north of the Clipperton Transform Fault, is an area with an estimated low magma production rate.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
1 Recorded Eruption
| Year | VEI | Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 | Confirmed Eruption | East Pacific Rise (10.73°N) |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Northern EPR at 10.7°N
Is Northern EPR at 10.7°N an active volcano?+
Yes, Northern EPR at 10.7°N is considered an active volcano. Its most recent eruption was in 2003 CE. The volcano is monitored by geological agencies, and its activity status is based on observed eruptions within recorded history.
When did Northern EPR at 10.7°N last erupt?+
The most recent recorded eruption of Northern EPR at 10.7°N occurred in 2003 CE with a Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) of 0. The eruption was classified as a "Confirmed Eruption." Northern EPR at 10.7°N has 1 recorded eruption in total.
How high is Northern EPR at 10.7°N?+
Northern EPR at 10.7°N has a summit elevation of -2,900 meters (-9,515 feet) above sea level. With an elevation of -2,900 meters (below sea level), this is a submarine or submerged volcanic feature.
What type of volcano is Northern EPR at 10.7°N?+
Northern EPR at 10.7°N is classified as a Fissure vent(s). Fissure vent(s) volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Northern EPR at 10.7°N located?+
Northern EPR at 10.7°N is located in Undersea Features, in the Eastern Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Northern East Pacific Rise Volcanic Province. Its exact coordinates are 10.730° latitude, -103.580° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Northern EPR at 10.7°N?+
Visiting Northern EPR at 10.7°N requires checking current volcanic activity and alert levels. As an active volcano with eruptions as recent as 2003 CE, conditions can change rapidly. Always consult local geological authorities and follow official warnings before visiting. Many active volcanoes have designated safe viewing areas and guided tour options.
